[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Ahead of Sunday\u2019s big match, let\u2019s look at what we can all learn from the training routines of elite footballers \u2013 whether or not we play the beautiful game ourselves.<\/p>\n
Affectionately known as \u201cthe Euros\u201d, the full name of this championship is The UEFA European Football Championship. It happens every four years, and the 2024 competition has been hosted by Germany. The Euros brings together Europe’s best national teams, who first play in groups and then go on to quarter-finals, semi-finals, and\u2026finally\u2026the finals. The 2024 Euros started on June 14th and the final will be this Sunday, July 14th.<\/p>\n
The Euros have been running since 1960, and it\u2019s the second most watched football championship behind the FIFA World Cup. It was called the European Nations Cup until 1968 when it became the UEFA European Championship.<\/p>\n
The 2024 Euros have been exciting, nail-biting, and frustrating \u2013 everything that football fans want in a big championship. From last-minute swaps to agonising penalties, we\u2019ve seen it all. Sunday\u2019s final will see Gareth Southgate\u2019s England team square up to Spain (who have 3 Euros titles already\u2026) What are your predictions?<\/p>\n
Football is so much more than championship finals. Footballers are all-round athletes who train hard off the pitch to have endurance, speed, and agility. Today\u2019s game is comparatively faster, more technical, and more tactical than in previous decades, and footballers tend to be bigger and stronger.<\/p>\n
Maybe you play for a local team, maybe you\u2019ve never set foot on a football pitch. Either way, it\u2019s interesting to look at the training regimes of elite football players to see what we can take for our own fitness routine.<\/p>\n
You might not want to play football, but it\u2019s worth adding some of these elements into your own routine to get fitter and stronger. Mix your training up so you don\u2019t get stuck in a rut. Try to include some steady state cardio (for heart health), some HIIT or intervals (for fitness), some strength training (for strength and power), and some flexibility work (to increase mobility and boost recovery).<\/p>\n
Focus on total-body fitness like footballers do, with plenty of functional exercises and lateral (side to side) movements. Most of us fall into the trap of training in one direction (forward and backwards). Adding some side-to-side movements and explosive work will help build true all-round strength to guard against injury.<\/p>\n
And how about trying out team sport this summer? There are so many sports in your local area crying out for new team members. Go to a trial session and find something you love. Team sport is a great way to get fitter whilst building a social scene!<\/p>\n
Football isn\u2019t just about what happens on the pitch. As any football fan will tell you, it also has great lessons in team work, leadership, decision-making, and stress management. Here are our top 5 learning points for every workplace.<\/p>\n
The countdown is on for Sunday\u2019s Euro 2024 final. As you soak up the atmosphere this weekend, have a think about how you can bring a bit of footballing fitness into your own training routine. And next week, reflect on the workplace wellness lessons that can transfer to your organisation.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.hussle.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Elevate-Employee-Wellness.png” alt=”Elevate employee wellness with corporate gym membership” title_text=”Elevate Employee Wellness” url=”http:\/\/www.hussle.com\/employers” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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